The Business Administration program at Ivy Tech puts students directly in real-life scenarios and actual business situations and simulations to ensure students gain valuable job skills through a quality education.

About the Program

The principles taught through Business Administration at Ivy Tech are threaded in all industries including non-profit business and education. Students will be creating marketing plans, budgets, building personal websites, simulations, case-studies and creating community connections. The Business Administration program also partners with many local businesses to give students the experience and exposure in the business world that they will need to be successful.

Our Graduates

Graduates of the Business Administration program are able to work in a wide variety of positions in a wide variety of industries. Currently we have graduates working in human resources, marketing, accounting and sales as supervisors, team leads and consultants. Graduates of our Associate of Science (AS) degree can seamlessly transfer to a four-year institution through our T-SAP program with junior status.

Degrees & Certificates

Completion of the Human Resources Management Certificate leads to preparation for Human Resource Certification, employment and/or completion of an associate degree. Visit the HR Certification Institute website for the eligibility requirements for the certification process.

Short-term certificates are sequences of technical and professional courses that are industry focused and designed for workforce preparation. They provide access to targeted, short-term training in a discipline, and completers may sit for specific certification exams. Courses in certificate programs also apply toward technical certificates and associate degree programs in the subject area.

The Technical Certificate in Business Administration can be earned on the way to acquiring the Associate of Applied Science degree. Many available jobs require advanced education beyond the high school diploma. Technical Certificate programs provide education in conceptual and technical skills for specific occupations. The program content is designed to develop competency in the comprehension of general and technical skills. Certificate programs require mastery of basic reading, writing, mathematical and quantitative skills.

The Technical Certificate in Business Administration can be earned on the way to acquiring the Associate of Applied Science degree. Many available jobs require advanced education beyond the high school diploma. Technical Certificate programs provide education in conceptual and technical skills for specific occupations. The program content is designed to develop competency in the comprehension of general and technical skills. Certificate programs require mastery of basic reading, writing, mathematical and quantitative skills.

The Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree in Business Administration will give you the knowledge and skills for career entry or advancement in a current job. With the business electives in this degree you can choose an area of emphasis such as management, marketing, human resources management, entrepreneurship, logistics, and international business.

Associate of Applied Science degree programs are two-year programs that prepare students for careers, career changes and career advancement. Students who need to take longer to complete the degree because of job or family obligations can take the program over a longer period of time. AAS programs may also prepare students for transfer to four-year institutions. These programs offer education in recognized technical areas and specialties with emphasis on analysis, synthesis and evaluation. The program content, which is approximately 30% general education and 70% professional/technical, provides depth and breadth in conceptual and professional/technical skills. The general education courses equip students with the problem solving, communications, scientific and mathematical skills to compete successfully in the job market. Professional/technical courses equip students with the skills to obtain employment and to advance in the workforce.

The Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree in Business Administration will give you the knowledge and skills for career entry or advancement in a current job. With the business electives in this degree you can choose an area of emphasis such as management, marketing, human resources management, entrepreneurship, logistics, and international business.

Associate of Applied Science degree programs are two-year programs that prepare students for ca reers, career changes and career advancement. Students who need to take longer to complete the degree because of job or family obligations can take the program over a longer period of time. AAS programs may also prepare students for transfer to four-year institutions. These programs offer education in recognized technical areas and specialties with emphasis on analysis, synthesis and evaluation. The program content, which is approximately 30% general education and 70% professional/technical, provides depth and breadth in conceptual and professional/technical skills. The general education courses equip students with the problem solving, communications, scientific and mathematical skills to compete successfully in the job market. Professional/technical courses equip students with the skills to obtain employment and to advance in the workforce.

The Associate of Science degree prepares you for transfer to a university to pursue a baccalaureate degree. The curriculum offers a strong foundation in fundamental areas such as accounting, economics, and mathematics. The Associate of Science degree in Business Administration transfers to all Indiana public institutions and to many of the private colleges and universities. Graduates will also earn the Transfer General Education Certificate.

Transfer Options

To find out information about your transfer options to public and private universities, contact your academic advisor or the Transfer Office at your local Ivy Tech campus. You are also encouraged to contact the university in which you plan to transfer.

The Associate of Science degree prepares you for transfer to a university to pursue a baccalaureate degree. The curriculum offers a strong foundation in fundamental areas such as accounting, economics, and mathematics. The Associate of Science degree in Business Administration transfers to all Indiana public institutions and to many of the private colleges and universities. Graduates will also earn the Transfer General Education Certificate.

Transfer Options

To find out information about your transfer options to public and private universities, contact your academic advisor or the Transfer Office at your local Ivy Tech campus. You are also encouraged to contact the university in which you plan to transfer.

Please select from our list of certificates, technical certificates, and degrees above. A summary of our offerings is below.

Certificates

Human Resources Management(21 credit hours = 3 semesters)

Technical Certificates

Technical Certificate(31 credit hours = 2 semesters)

Technical Certificate - Online (31 credit hours = 2 semesters)

Degrees

Associate of Applied Science(60 credit hours = 4 semesters)

Associate of Applied Science - Online(60 credit hours = 4 semesters)

Transfer Degrees

Associate of Science(60 credit hours = 4 semesters)

Associate of Science - Online(60 credit hours = 4 semesters)

NOTE: The number of credits required for a degree or certificate is based on students who are program-ready and does not include College Prep courses. Availability of degrees and certificates varies by campus.

Description:

Organizations operate on business principles. A degree in business prepares you to work in a variety of for-profit as well as not-for-profit settings, including manufacturing and service environments. The Business Administration program can be a stepping stone on your path to success. The program provides outstanding career opportunities by giving you skills you need to succeed. The business administration program focuses on business principles and concepts as well as fundamental accounting and computer skills necessary for successful employment, job entry or transfer to a four-year degree.

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Description:

Organizations operate on business principles. A degree in business prepares you to work in a variety of for-profit as well as not-for-profit settings, including manufacturing and service environments. The Business Administration program can be a stepping stone on your path to success. The program provides outstanding career opportunities by giving you skills you need to succeed. The business administration program focuses on business principles and concepts as well as fundamental accounting and computer skills necessary for successful employment, job entry or transfer to a four-year degree.

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Description:

Organizations operate on business principles. A degree in business prepares you to work in a variety of for-profit as well as not-for-profit settings, including manufacturing and service environments. The Business Administration program can be a stepping stone on your path to success. The program provides outstanding career opportunities by giving you skills you need to succeed. The business administration program focuses on business principles and concepts as well as fundamental accounting and computer skills necessary for successful employment, job entry or transfer to a four-year degree.

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Description:

Organizations operate on business principles. A degree in business prepares you to work in a variety of for-profit as well as not-for-profit settings, including manufacturing and service environments. The Business Administration program can be a stepping stone on your path to success. The program provides outstanding career opportunities by giving you skills you need to succeed. The business administration program focuses on business principles and concepts as well as fundamental accounting and computer skills necessary for successful employment, job entry or transfer to a four-year degree.

Certificates offered by the Kokomo region:

The Business Administration program is offered at the above Ivy Tech campuses:

Accreditation

The Associate of Science and Associate of Applied Science degrees in Accounting, Business Administration, and Office Administration are fully accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs. ACBSP accredits business, accounting, and business-related programs at the associate, baccalaureate, master, and doctorate degree levels worldwide, and was the first accrediting body to be recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation. Ivy Tech Community College is also a member of the Region 4 - Great Lakes Council of ACBSP, which includes member schools in the states of Minnesota, Wisconsin, Illinois, Michigan, Indiana, and Ohio.